Off and running for 2013

On Friday, there were 4 games in preseason action before everyone else gets in the act today.

In Goodyear, the Indians rallied for 3 in the 9th to take a wild 11-10 game for the Reds.  Jason Donald made his spring debut for the Reds and was 1 for 2 against his former team.  Michael Bourn made his debut for the Indians and had a walk in 2 at bats.  The teams will meet again Saturday, with Alfredo Simon getting the start for Cincinnati.

In Lake Buena Vista, Quintin Berry started in center field for the Tigers, and was 0 for 3 with 2 strike outs in Detroit's 2-1 win over the Braves.

There were no HomeSiders involved in the other 2 games.

The Phillies open at home today, with Cole Hamels getting the start against Houston.

Bourn joins Tribe

Late last night, the Cleveland Indians announced they have signed Michael Bourn to a 4-year, $48 million contract.  Bourn will join HomeSiders Carlos Carrasco and Lou Marson on the Cleveland roster, as the AL Central seems to be the "in" spot for former Claws this year!

Phillies invite 5 more

The Phillies have extended non-roster invitations to 5 more minor leaguers.  Pitchers Justin Friend, Kyle Simon and Adam Morgan, catcher Tommy Joseph and infielder Cody Asche have all been invited to major league camp.

Bastardo, Happ sign deals

The Phillies have signed Antonio Bastardo and the Blue Jays have come to terms with Jay Happ, and both players avoided arbitration by reaching deals for this coming season.

Zied gets major league invite

The Houston Astros have invited Josh Zeid to major league camp for spring training.  Josh is looking for a bounce back season after a rough 2012.

Yohan Flande has been invited to camp with the Atlanta Braves.

WBC

The provisional rosters for the 16 nations in the World Baseball Classic have been announced and here are the HomeSiders who will participate.

Scott Mathieson, who pitched last year in Japan and is heading back for another season, will represent Canada.

Tim Kenelly and Brad Harman will suit up for Australia.

Jesus Merchan is on the roster for Spain.

There are no HomeSiders on Team USA, but Cole Hamels has been mentioned for the final spot on the roster.

This is all subject to changes and additions, and the games begin on March 3!

Outman returns to Rox

The Colorado Rockies have signed Josh Outman to a 1-year deal for the 2013 season, avoiding arbitration.  Outman was 1-3 for Colorado in 2012 in just 27 games, and has won 9 major league games in his careere for the A's and Rockies.